Vopak · 2 hours ago
Project Engineer
Freeport, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expVopak is an independent infrastructure provider serving energy and manufacturing markets. The Project Engineer for Growth Projects is responsible for developing and executing capital growth projects at Vopak IIA terminals, ensuring projects meet safety, cost, schedule, and performance targets while translating commercial opportunities into executable engineering scopes.
EnergyEnergy ManagementOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Lead engineering and execution of growth capital projects from concept through commissioning
Convert commercial or operational needs into clear technical scopes and execution strategies
Develop project definitions, cost estimates, schedules, and risk registers
Manage project budgets, forecasts, and change control
Define technical requirements for tanks, piping, pumps, automation, marine, and utility systems
Review and approve engineering deliverables from EPCs, consultants, and vendors
Ensure compliance with Vopak IIA standards, codes, and regulatory requirements
Resolve technical issues during design, construction, and commissioning
Support sourcing strategy: EPC, EPCM, T&M, or hybrid models based on project risk
Prepare technical bid packages and evaluate contractor proposals
Work closely with Procurement and Legal on contracts, scope clarity, and risk allocation
Oversee construction activities, safety performance, quality, and schedule adherence
Coordinate with terminal operations to minimize disruptions
Lead commissioning and handover to operations
Act as technical interface between Commercial, Operations, HSSE, Procurement, and external partners
Communicate clearly with terminal managers, business development, and leadership
Support permitting, regulatory engagement, and community/interface requirements
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, Electrical, or similar) preferred
3-5 years of experience in industrial or energy infrastructure projects
Must have or be able to obtain TWIC card
Proven experience or knowledge delivering CAPEX projects in terminals, refineries, petrochemical, or bulk liquid facilities
Strong understanding of tanks, piping systems, pumps, marine/loading systems, and utilities
Experience with EPC/EPCM and contractor management
Knowledge of U.S. codes and standards (API, ASME, NFPA, OSHA, EPA, etc.)
Strong financial and commercial awareness of CAPEX projects
Ownership mindset: drives projects to completion, not just design
Strong decision-making under uncertainty and time pressure
Ability to balance technical rigor with commercial reality
Clear communicator across technical and non-technical teams
Comfortable working in an operational, brownfield environment
High safety awareness and personal accountability for HSSE
Growth projects delivered safely, on time, and within approved budgets
Strong alignment between commercial intent and technical execution
Minimal operational disruption during construction
Clear scopes that avoid disputes, rework, and uncontrolled changes
Trusted technical partner to operations, commercial, and leadership teams
Benefits
Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account Options
Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance
Basic and Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurance
401(k) Incentive Savings Plan
Paid Holidays (Fixed and floating)
Paid Time Off and Sick Days
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Accident Insurance
Legal Plan
Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Legal Plan
ID Theft Insurance
Universal Life
Company
Vopak
Vopak is an independent tank storage company, stores and handles oil products, chemicals, liquefied petroleum and natural gases, biofuels.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$635.67M2025-04-11Debt Financing· $635.67M
1999-04-01IPO
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